The jam It has become a popular complement to accompany toasted bread, cookies and other desserts, but when choosing it you should be careful and pay attention to its sugar content.
Overeating and recurring high sugar productscan cause health damage, like any other processed food that contains high levels.
In the Mexican market there are numerous brands of jam and to determine which one has the least sugar, the Federal Consumer Protection Agencycarried out a quality study, in which it determined which brand of those offered has the least amount of sugar.
Profeco examined a total of 47 products from popular brands that are offered light, reduced in sugar, low in fat, light, calorie-free, sugar-free and reduced in fat.
lProfeco found that Smucker’s Sugar Free (sugar-free raspberry jam preserves) is crowned the champion in terms of sugar reduction and calorie intake. 59% less calories than the competition!
While Smucker’s takes the crown, Profeco also found other low-sugar options:
- Valley FOODS: With only 10.9 grams of glucose and fructose per 100 grams.
- McCORMICK: With only 8 grams of glucose and fructose per 100 grams.
- Biolicious: With only 7.4 grams of glucose and fructose per 100 grams.
- An interesting fact: Stevien jam was the best rated for being a jam with no added sugar, sweetened with Stevia and containing 67.3% strawberry.
Remember that although these products are low in sugar, it does not mean that you can consume them indiscriminately, otherwise long-term health damage could occur.
Consequences of excessive sugar consumption in processed products
He sugar, that sweet ingredient that sweetens our lives, is hidden in many of the processed products that we consume daily. Although in small quantities it can be pleasant, excessive consumption can have serious consequences for our health.
A silent enemy:
The problem is that many processed products contain high amounts of added sugar, which is used to improve the flavor, texture and shelf life of foods. However, this additional sugar accumulates in our body, negatively impacting various aspects of our health.
The sweet traps of sugar:
Below, we present some of the main consequences of excessive consumption of sugar in processed products:
1. Weight gain and obesity: Sugar provides empty calories, that is, energy without essential nutrients. Excessive consumption can lead to an energy imbalance, accumulating body fat and increasing the risk of obesity.
2. Type 2 diabetes: High sugar consumption can cause resistance to insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. If this resistance is not controlled, it can lead to type 2 diabetes.
3. Heart diseases: Obesity and diabetes, both related to excessive sugar consumption, are risk factors for heart diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes.
4. Dental cavities: Sugar is the preferred food for bacteria that cause cavities. Excessive consumption, especially in sticky sugary products, increases the risk of cavities and other dental problems.
5. Premature aging: Sugar damages the collagen and elastin fibers of the skin, causing wrinkles, sagging and loss of luminosity.
6. Digestive problems: Excessive sugar consumption can alter the intestinal flora, causing digestive problems such as diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain.
7. Depression and anxiety: Some studies suggest that a diet high in sugar may increase the risk of depression and anxiety.
8. Learning difficulties: Excessive sugar consumption can negatively affect memory, learning and concentration.
It is important to be an informed consumer. Read the labels of processed products carefully and pay attention to the sugar content. Look for products low in added sugar or sweetened with natural alternatives like stevia or erythritol.
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